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Description
He is Hamlet, Prince of Denmark; she is simply Ophelia. If you think you know their story, think again. In this reimagining of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, it is Ophelia who takes center stage. A rowdy, motherless girl, she grows up at Elsinore Castle to become the queen’s most... read more
Summary
In a story based on Shakespeare's Hamlet, Ophelia tells her life in court at Elsinore, her love for Prince Hamlet, and her escape from the violence in Denmark.
Cast of Characters/Important People
- Ophelia: A strong minded girl and Hamlet's love interest.
- Hamlet: Prince of Denmark
- Horatio: Hamlet's best friend
- Queen Gertrude: Queen of Denmark
- King Hamlet: King of Denmark. Hamlet's father.
- Claudius: King Hamlet's fool of a brother.
- Laertes: Ophelia's brother.
- Polonius: Ophelia's father. A greedy man searching for wealth and recognition in Court.
- Elnora: A kindly lady that teaches Ophelia they ways of court.
- Cristiana: A snooty lady-in-waiting.
- Mother Ermentrude: The Mother of St. Emilion, a convent.
- Isabel: A nun and close friend of Ophelia's
- Therese: A crippled servent girl at the convent.
- Marguerite: A proud nun who does not like Ophelia much.
First Sentence
My lady: I pray this letter finds you in a place of safety.
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Authors & Contributors
- Lisa M. Klein (Author)
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